Ottawa New Home + Condo Guide – June 20, 2020 by NextHome

Ottawa June 20–July 4, 2020

The first and only complete guide to pre-construction homes and condos

It’s the

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TIPS ON GROWING VEGGIES IN RAISED PLANTERS

CREATING THE ULTIMATE BACKYARD RETREAT

JUNE 20-JULY 4, 2020 | VOLUME 20, ISSUE 10

CONTENTS

CHIEF REVENUE OFFICER

Jacky Hill Jacky.Hill@nexthome.ca EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Susan Legge Susan.Legge@nexthome.ca CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Sara Duck Amanda Pereira

COVER STORY

MEDIA CONSULTANT

Julie DeBoer 613.875.6673 julie.deboer@nexthome.ca SALES & MARKETING CO-ORDINATORS

Gary Chilvers Vi Nguyen DISTRIBUTION

distributionteam@nexthome.ca ACCOUNTING INQUIRIES

accountingteam@nexthome.ca DIRECTOR OF PRINT MEDIA

Lauren Reid–Sachs GRAPHIC DESIGNER & ASSISTANT MANAGER

Alicesa Pullan GRAPHIC DESIGNER & PRE-PRESS COORDINATOR

Cardel Homes FOCUSING ON THE SMALL DETAILS FOR BIG RESULTS

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ADVICE

Basement rentals can help you pay your mortgage BY MICHELLE HOPKINS

Lighten your laundry load

Homebuyers Help

BY CLARE KUMAR

The outdoor kitchen BY SARA BEDERMAN

Get Organized The psychology of mess BY HELLEN BUTTIGIEG

26 Legally Speaking

IN EVERY ISSUE

BY JAYSON SCHWARZ LLM

Growing your own veggies this year? BY CARSON ARTHUR

Home Style Backyard retreat BY JACLYN HARPER

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#InsideOttawa News and events from across the Ottawa newhome and condo market

Understanding your condo docs

INSPIRATION

Entertaining

#NowTrending Social networking news from the preconstruction community

30 New Home & Condo Developments 34 What’s Online

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Last Friday, the team at New Home + Condo Guide watched the Canadian Home Builder Association (CHBA) 2020 Virtual Awards Gala on YouTube. It was a little different than being in a room buzzing with people, but it still showcased the same amazing talent and achievements in architecture, design, and sales and marketing. One thing never ceases to amaze me — the risks these people take to make their visions and dreams a reality. If you aspire to own a new home or condo, and truly want to move forward with the idea of homeownership as we begin to reopen the country, ask yourself what is holding you back. I reflected upon how my own path to homeownership zigzagged. I started out as a renter and then took the leap into real estate by purchasing the most dilapidated home I could afford with my new hubby. It just so happened to be on the same street where Canadian television and radio personality Marilyn Denis lived — a terrific neighbourhood, lucky for us (and yes, her home was much newer, and nicer, than ours). After several years of renovating, we rented out the home and moved in with my parents to save some money. Before I knew it, the property’s value rose. We sold, and were not only able to purchase a nicer home in a community we loved, we started investing in real estate, too. Regardless of life’s circumstances, we can never see more than one step ahead. If you’re looking for a little bit of inspiration, and who isn’t right now, I urge you to check out the accomplishments of the winners of the CHBA Awards by visiting the Canadian Home Builders’ Association YouTube channel. If you love beautiful real estate, I think you’ll find the new home and condo finalists and winners impressive and inspirational. We hope you enjoy this issue. Be sure to write to us and let us know what you think.

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#InsideOttawa Ottawa by JULIE DEBOER

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#CRUSHITFORCANCER

ON MARCH 28 Valecraft planned to participate in ‘Crush It For Cancer’ for The Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation. This fundraising initiative supports local research, clinical trials, and cancer coaching, as well as many other services, offered free of charge by the Cancer Foundation. Unfortunately this year the event was cancelled due to COVID-19. This, however, did not stop the Valecraft Homes team – Valecraft Velocity from supporting the cause. They exceeded their goal and raised $15,107 to donate to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation programs that support families facing cancer. In total, a stunning $64,441 was raised for local cancer care.

eQuinelle is helping you say ‘thanks’ to an essential worker Superhero Nominations are now open for Superhero Golf Days at eQuinelle! The Regional Group and eQ Homes are offering a chance for eight golfers per week to enjoy a VIP golf experience at this award-winning golf course located at 140 Equinelle Drive in Kemptville. No golf experience necessary! Green fees, cart, club rental, golfer’s gift pack, and a session with one of their golf pros, are all included. The contest runs until September 8th. Visit equinelle.ca/ superherogolfdays for all the details. 6

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Your virtual model tour is a contest, too Guildcrest Homes wants you to play their virtual tour Easter Egg Contest for your chance to win a Mike Holmes bobble head! To play, you visit their virtual model homes and answer all of the questions by finding the clues and submitting the answers online. Three winners will be drawn at random on June 30. Join in the fun at guildcrest. com/virtual-tour-contest/ and good luck!

Caivan Communities is happy to reopen Caivan Communities is pleased to announce that all sales centres and model homes are ‘COVID Compliant’ and now open to the general public. Employees, like Orleans Village’s Jennie (shown at left), will walk you through the safety protocols and answer any questions you may have. For those who prefer a virtual appointment, they are definitely still available. You can connect with Caivan via phone, email, or live chat at caivan.com

Mackie Homes donates to two important initiatives every time it closes a home Mackie Homes is listening, observing and learning a new way forward. For every home it closes starting from June 8, and moving forward, the Mackie team will be donating to the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Foundation to help relief efforts within the local Carleton Place and area community hospitals, as well as the Canadian Race Relations Foundation, a foundation committed to building a national framework for the fight against racism in Canada. For more details, visit Mackie Homes’ facebook page. Find out more about the Canadian Race Relations Foundation online at www.crrf-fcrr.ca …continued on page 8 nexthome.ca 7

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Congrats to the winners of CHBA’s National Awards for Housing Excellence

Minto Communities won the Net Zero Award for ‘The Hampton’ which was also the Minto Dream Home for the CHEO Dream of a Lifetime Lottery, last year.

On Friday, June 12, the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) announced the winners of the 2020 National Awards for Housing Excellence. A few local winners picked up some big wins, including those shown above. Local finalists included Glenview Homes with West of Main Design; Guildcrest Homes;

Brenmar Construction Corp.’s ‘The Rideau River Front Home’ captured the award for best detached custom home over 5,000 sq. ft.

OakWood Designers & Builders; Sanchez Homes; Revelstoke Custom Homes & Renos; and Concord Homes from Kingston. Recognizing the best in Canadian new homes, home renovations, community development and marketing, projects are submitted from small towns and large urban centres from across the country. “Our categories reflect the

Ardington and Associates Design took home first place in the Whole Home - $300,001$500,00 category for its ‘Beyond the Pale’ reno.

incredible housing diversity in Canada: Lowrise houses, highrise apartments and homes built for ownership or rental purposes. These finalists showcase the incredible innovation and creative design involved in building and renovating homes for a variety of price points,” says CHBA CEO Kevin Lee. More than 700 entries were submitted by members.

Caivan Communities launches ‘Building Tomorrow Together’ initiative with local foundation Caivan Communities and The Ottawa Mission Foundation have partnered together to establish the Building Tomorrow Together initiative to address those of us that are less fortunate but who share the same dream of having a warm and safe place to shelter. For the remainder of 2020, Caivan will be contributing a donation of every new home sold in their communities of Orleans Village, Fox Run and The Ridge to The Ottawa Mission Foundation. They have set a target of $150,000 by the end of 2020 to support the Mission’s life-changing services. For more information on these communities or this fabulous initiative, please visit www.caivan.com 8

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COVER STORY

CARDELâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S RELENTLESS FOCUS ON LITTLE THINGS ADDS UP TO SOME

BIG DIFFERENCES How attention to detail makes these differences a Cardel home.

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In its early years as a custom homebuilder, the husband and wife team of Carol and Del who started Cardel Homes believed strongly in the value of focusing on small details. It was part of their philosophy of building every home as if it were their own. As time went by, these small, often unnoticeable touches

became symbols of the meticulous attention to detail that went into the design and construction of every Cardel home. In many ways, these details became what made Cardel the choice of discerning homebuyers. Today, Cardel has grown to build homes and develop communities in Canada and the United States.

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Extra-large windows are one of the most notable and loved features of a Cardel home…

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But they have not outgrown their belief that small things add up to a big difference when it comes to enjoying and appreciating the special place you call home. IT ALL STARTS WITH SMART DESIGN THAT FOCUSES ON EVERYDAY LIVING.

Understanding that Canadians spend a great deal of time indoors (especially these days), Cardel’s architect and designers combine practicality and efficiency with panache and ambiance in each floorplan they create. Thoughtful space planning ensures that every square foot of a Cardel home is

used to its full advantage while leaving room for special touches that enhance daily living. Extra-large windows are one of the most notable and loved features of a Cardel home. Larger windows provide both a ‘wow’ factor to a home and help bring in an abundance of natural light, a proven boost to mood and wellbeing. This focus on natural light is carried right through to

the bedrooms and basements as well as stairwells, laundry and mudrooms. Smart, well-planned storage including mudrooms, linen closets and walk-in pantries, provide for staples and supplies, especially important for busy, growing and multi-generational families.

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Safety and comfort are always top of mind with Cardel’s designers and can be seen in a number of thoughtful touches…

Bedroom closets even feature swing doors for easier access and enhanced aesthetics. Safety and comfort are always top of mind with Cardel’s designers and can be seen in a number of thoughtful touches including stairs that are wider and deeper than found in most homes. Style is also front and centre with modern trim and railing details that showcase form and function. Coffered ceilings that add a touch of elegance and chic, sturdy 10mil glass showers that are usually found in boutique hotels. BUILDING ON A LONG HISTORY OF QUALITY CONSTRUCTION.

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homebuyers, but construction is the foundation of that reputation. Every homeowner wants a solid investment and a home that provides efficiencies that reduce costs over time. Cardel has been committed to these principles from the very beginning. Today, Cardel features construction details that go above building code and offer great value. From insulated garage doors that are more durable to heated floor spaces for rooms located above the garage and engineered hardwood flooring that provides fourseason stability. All Cardel homes are also constructed using engineered flooring systems, including 11 7/8-inch joists for

improved performance and design. These provide not only a stronger flooring system but also allow for larger spans with fewer obstructive posts or walls. Basement construction is never overlooked in a Cardel home as it contributes to the quality and value of the entire home. Enhanced basement insulation guards against moisture and dampness as does the installation of exterior air barriers, a practice that Cardel helped pioneer. When you add it all up, it turns out that thinking small makes a pretty big difference in the world of homebuilding. At least that’s what Cardel has believed for almost half a century.

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GOHBA Jason Burggraaf @GOHBAJason · June 15 Now is the time to truly push the envelope for as-of-right development... We do not have the luxury of being timid or taking half-steps with the aggressive intensiﬁcation goals the City has adopted. My #Ottawa Citizen column: Making the Shift to Inﬁll.

Cardel Homes @cardelhomes_ott · June 1 We hope everyone had a great weekend! Community Update: Miller's Crossing townhomes on Stokes Drive in Carleton Place continue to build. We still have one block of townhomes left to release. -- Next Release Coming Soon! Register on www.cardelhomes. com/ottawa to receive updates straight to your inbox. #cardelhomes #carletonplace #newhome

Mattamy Homes mattamyhomes.com Avid Ratings recently announced their Annual Avid Awards, recognizing homebuilders for scoring highest with their customers on homebuying experience surveys. Through this year's program, our Mattamy Homes Canada team had 12 individuals as well as our Alberta Division recognized with achievements. Way to go team!

Phoenix Homes www.phoenixhomes.ca Phoenix Homes has some exciting new products coming soon! The Junction in Barrhaven is perfect for families, down-sizers and young professionals. Phase 1 has been sold out in Findlay Creek – register today for Phase 2 release updates, including condos!

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FEATURE | HOMEBUYING HELP

BASEMENT RENTALS CAN HELP YOU GET INTO THE HOUSING MARKET by MICHELLE HOPKINS In 1989, Don Campbell and his wife purchased their first home and rented their finished basement as way to pay off their mortgage sooner. “The rent from our basement suite buffered our income,” says the author and senior analyst with the Real Estate Investment Network (REIN). “In addition, we travel a lot, so knowing 16

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someone was always home offered us a sense of security.” Campbell is a huge proponent of basement suites as a way “to get into the housing market.” If you’re wondering if you should finish your basement right away, Campbell says doing so can potentially increase the value of your home by a considerable amount.

Now, that’s reason enough. Best of all, says the veteran financial expert, most banks will allow you to use the rental income for your basement suite to qualify for a mortgage. That’s critical if you are a firsttime homebuyer and must prove you can afford the payments under the federally mandated Bank of Canada stress test.

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...we travel a lot so knowing someone was always home offered us a sense of security.

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DON CAMPBELL’S TIPS FOR FIRST-TIME LANDLORDS: 1. PROTECT YOUR PRIVACY

Ask yourself if you will be OK seeing a stranger walking around your property every day. Is this lack of privacy worth the extra money? 2. TRY TO AVOID RENTING TO FAMILY

As NICE as it sounds to help out, renting to a family member is fraught with potential relationship crushers. If a tenant stops paying or become a nuisance, there are ways to solve that problem. However, it is much more difficulty to use “eviction” or “collection” rules against a family member without destroying the relationship and having the repercussions ripple out into the rest of the family.

According to Campbell, the stress test means homebuyers with less than a 20 per cent down payment will need to prove they can afford mortgage payments based on which is greater – the Bank of Canada’s five-year benchmark rate or their contractual mortgage rate plus two per cent.

3. SIGN A PROPER WRITTEN LEASE

Never, ever, ever let anyone move in without both of you signing a proper lease that clearly defines rules, responsibilities and costs. And never ever let a tenant move in without providing you with the full security deposit and first month’s suite rent.

4. KNOW YOUR LANDLORD RULES

Before you dive into the rental market, make sure you study up on the rules and responsibilities. They are strict and they are clear, and so must you be from the beginning of the tenant relationship. You can find these rules on the provincial government website. 5. TELL YOUR HOME INSURANCE COMPANY

Critical. You must, in all cases, advise your insurance company that you are renting out a suite. If you don’t, and there is an incident where you need to use the coverage, you may likely get denied coverage. 6. RESEARCH THE TAX REPERCUSSIONS

Speak with a real estate experienced accountant to ensure that you are claiming all of the deductions you can as well as properly planning for any change in the capital gains exemption if and when you sell your house. Do it right, do it upfront or be prepared for a big tax bill in the end.

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ADVICE | GET ORGANIZED

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF MESS LITTLE ADJUSTMENTS TO REDUCE THE CLUTTER get in the habit of planning your weekly meals in advance. You will avoid over-buying and will always know what’s for dinner.

HELLEN BUTTIGIEG

We all have spots that are magnets for clutter, usually because they provide a convenient, empty flat surface to pile things on. Walk around your home to determine where the clutter hot spots are, then remove the clutter (toss it in a box or laundry basket for now) and put something beautiful in its place, like a vase or a sculpture. If it’s the dining room table, set it as if you were having a dinner party. This will deter you from using it as a drop zone. KEEP YOUR PANTRY DECLUTTERED

Most people can’t resist buying items that are on sale. But when it comes to food, buying too much and neglecting to use it before the expiry date will cost you more in the long run. It’s easy to forget what you have on hand when things build up. Whether you keep your food in the kitchen cupboards or a large pantry, keeping these areas streamlined and organized will save you time, money and frustration. Before going grocery shopping, take an inventory of everything you have and plan the meals for the upcoming week with an eye toward incorporating these items. Once you’ve used up the excess,

PURCHASE FURNITURE THAT DOES DOUBLE-DUTY

Consider purchasing a few multifunctional furnishings such as an upholstered ottoman that not only provides a place to put your feet up, but also offers additional seating, doubles as a coffee table and opens up to reveal hidden storage. CREATE AN IN/OUT ZONE

Set up a small container for each family member on a table or a small bookcase by the door as a place to hold keys and wallets. It can also act as a landing spot for briefcases and backpacks. In addition to providing a home for those items when you walk in the door, it also gives you a consistent spot to place things you’ll need to take with you when you go out again. ARE YOU BEING HELD HOSTAGE BY YOUR STUFF?

If you are reluctant to get rid of certain items because they were expensive, think about how much it’s costing you to keep them. The more possessions you have, the more time it takes to care for them and the more space it takes to store them. Although it may be difficult to let go of things that no longer serve you, the payoff is well worth it: You’ll have more free time

in your day and be more relaxed in your home. FEELING STUCK

If you find yourself backsliding when it comes to maintaining your organizing systems, don’t berate yourself, as this will sap your energy and prevent you from doing anything about it. Rather than dwelling on what went wrong, focus instead on what needs to be done. Just say “oops” and move on to take action. Hellen Buttigieg is a certified professional organizer, life coach, TV host, owner of We Organize U and author of the best-seller, Organizing Outside The Box. For tips on getting organized, visit weorganizeu.com and sign up for the free newsletter.

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THE SAVVY GARDENER

GROWING YOUR OWN VEGGIES THIS YEAR? THEN A RAISED VEGETABLE PLANTER IS A MUST jump this year of 3.5 per cent. When choosing the right garden for you, consider going with a raised planter, which has some significant benefits over just plowing out a section in the lawn.

CARSON ARTHUR

With many Canadians at home this summer and wanting to grow their own vegetables at home, the raised planter has become the must-have item. Over and over, I have clients asking to remove large sections of their backyard spaces to install vegetable gardens. Part of this comes from the new Canada food guide, which has increased its emphasis on eating plant-based food. The other factor? Food prices continue to climb, with an expected 20

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1. WEED CONTROL – A large portion of weeds that live in our yards travel under the soil via rhizomes (rootlets). With a raised bed, you can place a liner of garden cloth at the bottom to completely prevent new weeds from invading your soil. Another simple trick is to put a good layer of cardboard in the bottom of your planter before you fill it. The cardboard will naturally stop any weeds from growing

up into your raised bed. As it breaks down, the cardboard also feeds your plants! Even the weeds that spread via seeds, like dandelions, have a harder time getting over the walls of your garden, providing less competition for your veggies. 2. PEST CONTROL – Animals, like gophers and groundhogs, are limited in their ability to get into the beds because they don’t typically jump. A planter that is 20 inches tall is even effective in stopping some rabbits – as they are reluctant to leave the safety of the ground. If you have a real pest problem, consider putting your planters on legs!

3. BETTER SOIL – While the soil in your yard might be great for trees and perennials, vegetables like to get special treatment. Filling your beds with a high-grade triple mix (topsoil, peat, and compost or manure) ensures that your tomatoes are getting the best. Another benefit to adding your own soil is that you can better control compaction, making it easier for the roots of the plants to access more nutrients and water – and produce better returns for you! 4. ACCESSIBILITY – Gardening where you can reach it without having to bend over! It’s a dream for anyone who has strained their back digging on their knees in a vegetable bed. Higher definitely makes it easier, but also consider that you can control the pathways in between the beds, making them level and more stable for walking. One caution: Don’t make your raised beds too wide! Keep them between four and five feet so that you can easily reach into the middle. 5. APPEARANCE – No one can deny that a raised bed just looks good. They are neat and tidy, with all of the soil contained in one space. Having multiple beds is perfect for those like me – who want organization, even outdoors. I’m such a fan of the raised bed, that I built 25 of my own raised planters, complete with trellises for beans and peas. My garden is probably a little big for most homeowners, but adding a few raised beds is simple! It’s literally a wood box on the ground filled with soil. The key is using the right products for your bed. The type of wood that you use is a big deal. Wood is porous; anything that is on the wood will

eventually leach into your garden and get into your veggies. Using clean woods that can handle moisture are your best bet. Cedar has traditionally been considered the best choice. It is a ‘clean’ wood, which means that it doesn’t have any preservatives or chemicals. This product can be harder to find and is often more expensive Pressure-treated is a blend of woods that have been treated to withstand the elements longer. Up until recently, I would never consider using pressure-treated because testing showed that the preservatives would leach out of the wood and into the soil, eventually being absorbed into the plants themselves. That’s all changed now. New technology from MicroPro Sienna is making treated-wood garden-friendly. The copper used in the treatment of the wood becomes inert when it comes in contact with the soil, allowing this product to be used in vegetable gardens and children’s playgrounds and decks. It has also passed thorough environmental testing to be used around freshwater lakes and rivers. This year, get on trend with a vegetable garden perfect for your own family! Carson Arthur is a landscape designer and TV personality. Throughout his 20-year TV career, Carson has taught homeowners how to increase the value of their homes through outdoor renovations while maintaining a focus on environmentally friendly choices. Homeowners have enjoyed Carson on several HGTV shows including the blockbuster Home to Win, as part of the Cityline team, as a columnist for the Halifax Chronicle Herald and the Sun Media group publications, and as a regular contributor to design magazines. Look for his new book Vegetables, Chickens and Bees. Check out CarsonArthur.com or follow him on Twitter @CarsonArthur, Instagram @CarsonArthur123, and Facebook @Carson.Arthur

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FOOD PREP

LOUNGING

When I decided to tackle my backyard, I felt overwhelmed. There was so much to do! Can you relate? After much deliberation, I chose to put in a new concrete patio, creating a clean slate for the backyard. This really was the jumping-off point for the entire design. It was my vision to have three different zones (dining, lounging and food prep), and concrete served as a great way to separate the spaces. Once I had decided on the dimensions of the new concrete areas, I needed to measure the spaces for furniture. I had fallen in love with an 8-ft. reclaimed teak table, but it was too big for my side yard. That didn’t stop me! Last minute, I decided to increase the area of the concrete patio to accommodate the table. I just couldn’t live without it. When choosing the sectional for the lounge area, I knew I needed something that would be durable and weather-proof but comfortable as well. The South Beach three-piece aluminum outdoor sectional seating set from

Home Depot was a perfect choice. It has an aluminum frame, so it’s lightweight and rustproof, and is completely covered in Sunbrella fabric so it’s UV resistant and weatherproof, too. Once the furniture was in place, it was time to accessorize. This is the most important step if you want your outdoor living space to feel like an extension of your indoors. My biggest tip? Use lots of pillows and tons of throw blankets (check out bouclair.com for a great selection). This not only looks cosy and comfortable but makes for an extremely inviting area. Anyone can put patio furniture in their backyard, but accessories can help completely personalize the space. For lighting, I used stringed lights and low-lying lanterns to create an intimate outdoor feel (cost effective as well). Plus, they look pretty. And last but not least, incorporating splashes of colour

here and there (I chose a sapphire blue Weber barbecue and lots of greenery) can bring a backyard to life. I’m thrilled with my backyard retreat, and I hope it can inspire your own makeover. Jaclyn Harper is a TV host, interior stylist and new mom. You may recognize her from shows such as Tiny Talent Time, Morning Live First Edition and The Shopping Channel. She has also worked behind the scenes for the Property Brothers’ Show Buying And Selling. When Jaclyn isn’t on TV or creating beautiful designs, you’ll find her latest projects on her blog jaclynharperdesigns.com. From DIYs and design projects to life as a new mom, her lifestyle blog and YouTube channel give her fans a peek into her family life.

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Productivity coach, Clare Kumar, is on a mission to help people have more fun while getting things done, and laundry is no exception. Read on to find ways to start enjoying this mundane task. SIMPLIFYING THE PROCESS Whenever you go into the laundry room, typically your hands are full. What better way to make the laundry process even more seamless than to have a touchless light switch? Just walk into the room, and the light switches on for you. It’s simple things like this that can help ease the chore of this everyday task. The Home Depot Canada has several options from which to choose. 24

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Make sure you have an easy way to gather laundry anywhere it collects. Bedrooms or a shared bathroom are ideal spots to keep hampers. A corner unit is fun in a kid’s room. You can make tossing laundry in the hamper a fun way to get kids involved in the process. Hampers now come in a wide range of finishes as well, so you can find something to blend in with your decor. I love the wide variety of options at Neatfreak (neatfreak.com)

GIVE YOURSELF A TREAT If you’re like me, in the winter months, your skin is dry. Add water, laundry and cleaning to the list, and you have a recipe for dry, cracked skin. Why not have a luxurious salve on hand to use while doing the laundry, especially after any hand-washing, to keep your skin feeling soft and smooth? Made in Canada, from 80 per cent organic ingredients, toxin-free DermaCare Skin Salve from eScential Wellness (escentialwellness.com) will make you feel like you’re pampering yourself after some hard work.

FIT LAUNDRY IN VIRTUALLY ANYWHERE If space is tight, in a spot only 24-inches wide, you can install the ventless, Smart All-In-One Washer and Dryer from Whirlpool (whirlpool.ca), which as it sounds, includes both the washer and the dryer in one machine! Not only does it save space, you don’t have to worry about switching clothes from the washer to the dryer. It also saves you time with its high-capacity dispenser that holds up to 20 loads-worth of laundry detergent. With the new Whirlpool app, you can turn it on from anywhere. This allows you to start a load while waiting for your daughter to hit the ice at hockey practice and track progress while away.

HANG DARKS AND DELICATES TO DRY A foldable, yet very sturdy rack in narrower dimensions means you can tuck drying laundry into a smaller space, and possibly even out of sight. This rack from Canadian Tire is strong enough to hold not only clothes on the bars, but clothes on hangers along the edges as well, increasing drying capacity.

SHIFT YOUR MINDSET Whether it be processing receipts or doing laundry, a task that one finds tedious can be elevated with careful thought. Think of your clothing as a tool to help you do what you want to do and to help you make the impression you want to make in the world. Doing laundry then becomes taking care of the clothes that take care of you. This shift in perspective can elevate laundry from a mundane task to an act of love and honour.

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LEGALLY SPEAKING

UNDERSTANDING YOUR CONDO DOCS by JACQUELINE MONETA JD AND JAYSON SCHWARZ LLM

New disclosure requirements in the Condominium Act provide owners with more information than ever, but all of this information can quickly become overwhelming. What are all the documents and what do they tell you? The following is an overview of the rules and regulations governing condo living. CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION

The declaration is like the constitution of a condo. It provides information regarding each suite’s boundaries and share of common expenses expressed as a percentage of the total budget. The declaration also describes any recreational facilities and how they will be used. It can also contain restrictions on the use or occupation of the units and common elements. A review 26

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of the declaration will tell you exactly what you are buying. A declaration can only be changed if over 80 per cent of the owners agree to the change. This makes subsequent changes to the declaration difficult and rare.

By-laws can be passed, appealed or amended by the board of directors. Before becoming effective, by-laws must be approved by a majority of the units of the corporation and registered with the land registry office.

BY-LAWS

The by-laws control how condominium corporations are run. They outline the qualifications of condominium directors, their remuneration (if any), and the quorum necessary for a meeting. The by-laws may also outline when and how the condominium can borrow money. This is important if there is ever a special assessment levied. As an alternative to a special assessment, the condo may be able to borrow funds, if allowed in the by-laws, rather than make up any shortfalls from the unit owners.

CONDOMINIUM RULES

The board of directors can also make, amend or repeal rules. The rules govern the safety, security or welfare of the owners and the property or assets of the corporation. They typically prevent unreasonable interference with the use and enjoyment of the common elements or units. It’s common for the rules to prevent owners from renting out their units for short periods of time (ie. Airbnb) or restrict visitors’ use of the common elements. It is also

increasingly common for the rules to limit the number and/or size of pets allowed in the building. Rules can vary greatly in each condominium, so even if you are familiar with condo living it’s important to review the rules in each building you buy into. They can impact lifestyle choices, which while not legal issues, should be considered carefully as they can have a large impact on your day-to-day life. STATUS CERTIFICATE

Perhaps the most important document you’ll receive is the status certificate. This document gives buyers details of the financial and legal circumstances for the condominium building. A status certificate will include information regarding increases in common expenses, law suits against the

condominium corporation and any upcoming large expenditures for repairs. A status certificate will also have information about the individual condo unit. It indicates if the current owner is in default of paying common expenses and if any increase in common expenses has been declared by the condominium board. While sifting through these documents may seem overwhelming, careful review of the rules and regulations governing your condo could save you a lot of time and unexpected cost down the road. You should also seek the advice of a real estate lawyer and accountant who can point out abnormalities or possible red flags. Don’t forget the best help you can get is from a real estate lawyer

who understands condominium law. Be careful, and find someone who is knowledgeable and cares about you and your family. This is an important milestone in your life. Mail, deliver or fax letters to the magazine or to us, use the website (schwarzlaw.ca), email (info@schwarzlaw.ca) and give us your questions, concerns, critiques and quandaries.

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INSPIRATION |

entertaining

the

Outdoor

kitchen A sweet retreat with ROI value by SARA BEDERMAN

The kitchen continues to be one of the best ways to increase a home’s value, but I don’t mean kitchens in its traditional form. A real estate analysis revealed that homes with outdoor kitchens sold for 25 per cent more than expected (source: Zillow, 2017). As modern homes get smaller, homeowners are increasingly focusing their attentions on the outdoors to make the most of every inch of their living space – inside and out. Here are some top trends in the alfresco culinary space, and how to achieve them. PROFESSIONAL HELP

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from the get-go. An outdoor kitchen addition involves many moving parts. You can be sure there will be lots to think about, from functionality and durability to style. It’s best to leave it to an expert.

GET BACK TO NATURE

Organic materials artfully blur the line between man and nature. But does stone weigh heavily on your mind and budget? Stone veneer is an economical solution, and a great finishing option for

feature walls, fireplaces and water features. According to the NKBA report, when it comes to outdoor countertops, 57 per cent of homeowners choose stone. STORAGE RULES

Take it from a designer: Achieving a “kitchen” feel in an outdoor space can be challenging – with emphasis on the need for storage space. Cabinets will take your space from “barbecue area” to bona fide “outdoor kitchen” whether your outdoors is a balcony, backyard, or a desk overlooking the lake. TOOLS & TOYS

The modern outdoor kitchen is more than the barbecue and folding chairs that inspired

it. Much like their indoor counterparts, outdoor chefs are all about their appliances. Seventy-five per cent of outdoor kitchens feature grills with extra burners, 57 per cent have warming racks, and 50 per cent have a rotisserie. For a truly decked-out outdoor entertaining space, look beyond the barbecue and consider adding a pizza oven, a meat smoker, an ice maker, a fresh-fruit juicing station, or beer dispenser. The only thing better in a home than a fabulous kitchen, is one with two fabulous kitchens! When outfitted with the right elements for comfort and style, you can reap the rewards of an outdoor kitchen now, and when you decide to sell, it’s win-win.

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NEW HOME & CONDO DEVELOPMENTS

FIND YOUR NEXT HOME These listings offer a comprehensive overview of new-home and condo developments currently available throughout the Greater Ottawa Area and the Gatineau.

Legend: D = Detached SD = Semi–Detached B = Bungalow TH = Townhome TR = Terrace C = Condo = Highlighted listings are advertised in this issue of New Home + Condo Guide. Please refer to page number for more information.

LOCATION

BUILDER

SITE NAME

PROPERTY TYPE

Almonte

Phoenix Homes

White Tail Ridge 1590 Diamondview Rd., Carp

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Almonte

Neilcorp

Mill Run, Marshall’s Bay Meadows

Arnprior

Campanale

Callahan Estates

Carleton Place

Brigil

Carleton Crossing 235 King Street

Carleton Place

Cardel

Carleton Place

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CONTACT

PG.

West

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neilcorphomes.com

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campanale.com

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$324’s

613-909-5315 brigil.com

Miller’s Crossing 2 Flegg Way

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Inquire

613-253-1959 cardelhomes.com

Longwood Builders

Coleman Central

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longwoodbuilders.com

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Carp

Phoenix Homes

Diamondview Estate 1590 Diamondview Rd., Carp

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$490’s

Carp

Mattino Developments

Diamondview Estates

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Kanata

Cardel

Blackstone 106 Westphalian

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Kanata

Claridge

Bridlewood Trails 186 Overberg Way

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Kanata

Mattamy

Blackstone South 5505 Fernbank Road

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Kanata

Minto

Arcadia, Morgan’s Creek 380 Huntmar Drive

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Kanata

Metric Homes

Trail View

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Kanata

Richcraft

Bradley Commons 343 Haliburton Heights

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$596’s

Kanata

Uniform

Richardson Ridge

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Kanata

Urbandale

Bradley Commons

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Richmond

Caivan

Fox Run 302 Meynell Road

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Richmond

Cardel

Creekside 764 Kirkham Crescent

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Richmond

Cedarstone

Kings Creek, Richmond Oaks

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Richmond

Metric Homes

Fox Run

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Stittsville

Cardel

EdenWylde 106 Westphalian

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Stittsville

Claridge

Westwood 571 Bobolink Drive

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$475’s

613-461-0277 phoenix.ca

2, 3

mattino.ca

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613-836-9521 cardelhomes.com

$331’s

613-219-8746 claridgehomes.com

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$472’s

613-836-7437 mattamyhomes.com

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Inquire

613-788-2770 minto.com

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metrichomes.com

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613-435-1183 richcraft.com

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uniformdevelopments.com

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urbandaleconstruction.com

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613-518-2364 caivan.com

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Inquire

613-444-0440 cardelhomes.com

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cedarstonehomes.com

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metrichomes.com

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Inquire

613-435-5704 cardelhomes.com

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$426’s

613-617-0001 claridgehomes.com

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SITE NAME

PROPERTY TYPE

FROM

CONTACT

PG.

Stittsville

eQ Homes

Fernbank Crossing 632 Cope Drive

Stittsville

Phoenix

Fernbank Crossing 332 Haliburton Heights

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$280’s

613-435-7062 phoenixhomes.ca

Stittsville

Richcraft

Fernbank Crossing, Westwood 343 Haliburton Heights

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$465’s

613-435-1183 richcraft.com

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Stittsville

Tartan

EdenWylde

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tartanhomes.com

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Stittsville

Tamarack

Westwood, Poole Creek Village

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tamarackhomes.com

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Stittsville

Valecraft

Rathwell Landing

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valecraft.com

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Nepean

Claridge

Stirling Park by appointment only

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426

613-224-0330

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Nepean

Maple Leaf

The Village at the Schoolyard

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West Centretown

Claridge

Icon 485 Preston Street

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Centretown

Ashcroft

eResidences

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Centretown

Brad Lamb Realty

SoBa 203 Catherine St.

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Centretown

Claridge

Claridge Moon

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Centretown

Claridge

Claridge Plaza 4 , Claridge Royale 244 Rideau Street

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Centretown

Richcraft

The Bowery 255 Bay Street

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Centretown

Richcraft

The Charlotte 560 Rideau Street

Centretown

Dream Investment

Lowertown

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$354’s

613-404-8075 eqhomes.ca

19 2, 3

Central

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mapleleafcustomhomes.ca

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613-695-1441 claridgehomes.com

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$388

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ashcrofthomes.ca

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sobaottawa.com

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613-218-8536 claridgehomes.com

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$577

613-241-3235 claridgehomes.com

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346

613-695-7577 richcraft.com

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thecharlottecondos.com

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Zibi

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zibi.ca

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Claridge

Waterstreet 316 Bruyere Street

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$407

613-241-3235 claridgehomes.com

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Old Ottawa East

eQ Homes

Greystone Village II 175A Main Street

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613-569-3043

Old Ottawa East

Uniform

Echo

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uniformdevelopments.com

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Barrhaven

Caivan

The Conservancy , The Ridge #115-4100 Strandherd Drive

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Inquire

613-518-2364 caivan.com

Barrhaven

Mattamy

Half Moon Bay 3454 Greenbank Road

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$489’s

613-825-7932 mattamyhomes.com

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Barrhaven

Uniform

Grandview Court

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uniformdevelopments.com

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Barrhaven

Minto

Harmony, Quinn’s Pointe 4005 Strandherd Drive

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Inquire

613-823-1900 minto.com

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Barrhaven

Glenview Homes

Flagstaff

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glenviewhomes.com

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Findlay Creek

Claridge

Sundance 779 Fiddlehead Street

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$309’s

613-425-1332 claridgehomes.com

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Findlay Creek

Claridge

Lilythorne 4789 Bank Street

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$452’s

343-961-9106 claridgehomes.com

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Findlay Creek

eQ Homes

Pathways at Findlay Creek 122 Dun Skipper Road

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$400’s

613-822-7247 eqhomes.ca

Findlay Creek

Phoenix

Pathways at Findlay Creek 114 Dun Skipper Road

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$400’s

613-219-6862 phoenixhomes.ca

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Findlay Creek

Richcraft

Findlay Creek

Tartan

Findlay Creek

SITE NAME Pathways at Findlay Creek 126 Dun Skipper Road

PROPERTY TYPE

FROM

CONTACT 613-822-9714 richcraft.com

PG.

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$412’s

Findlay Creek Village

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tartanhomes.com

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Tamarack

Findlay Creek Village

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tamarackhomes.com

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Findlay Creek

HN Homes

Cowan’s Grove

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hnhomes.com

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Findlay Creek

Urbandale

Cowan’s Grove

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urbandaleconstruction.com

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Greely

Phoenix

Shadow Ridge

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Greely

Parkview Homes

Lakeland Meadows

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Kemptville

eQ Homes

Equinelle 74 eQuinelle Drive

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Manotick

eQ Homes

Riverwalk

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Manotick

Minto

Mahogany 108 Moretto Court

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Riverside South

Claridge

River’s Edge 591 Summerhill Street

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Riverside South

Richcraft

Riverside South 744 Brian Good Ave

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Riverside South

HN Homes

Riverside South

Urbandale

Riverside South

Urbandale

ClarenceRockland

613-823-9227 phoenixhomes.ca

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2, 3

parkviewhomes.info

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$300’s

613-258-6488 eqhomes.ca

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613-618-3204 eqhomes.ca

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Inquire

613-788-2776 minto.com

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$475’s

343-961-9202 claridghomes.com

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$540’s

613-491-0834 richcraft.com

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hnhomes.com

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urbandaleconstruction.com

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Jazz Condos, Allora Condos

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urbandaleconstruction.com

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eQ Homes

Clarence Crossing 235 L’etang Street

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$290’s

613-862-0167 eqhomes.com

ClarenceRockland

Longwood Builders

Morris Village

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longwoodbuilders.com

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ClarenceRockland

CH Clement Construction

Morris Village

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chclementconstruction.ca

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Embrun

Devcore

Fauberge Ste–Marie

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devcore.ca

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Embrun

Melanie Construction

Ste–Marie Hamlet

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melanieconstruction.com

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Embrun

SACA Homes

Place St. Thomas

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sacahomes.ca

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Orleans

Ashcroft

Eastboro

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ashcrofthomes.ca

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Orleans

Brigil

Petrie’s Landing 8865 Jean d’Arc Blvd.

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Inquire

613-706-4262 brigil.com

Orleans

Caivan

Orleans Village 806 Croissant de Mercier

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Inquire

613-518-2364 caivan.com

Orleans

Claridge

Spring Valley Trails 247 Joshua Street

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$300’s

613-841-0560 claridgehomes.com

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Orleans

eQ Homes

Provence 1375 Trim Road

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$450’s

613-355-7863 eqhomes.ca

Orleans

Minto

Avalon Encore 2370 Tenth Line Road

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Inquire

613-834-6400 minto.com

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Orleans

Richcraft

Trails Edge, Axis Court 203 Shinleaf Crescent

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$355’s

613-424-6600 richcraft.com

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BUILDER

Orleans

Mattamy

SITE NAME Summerside South 2496 Tenth Line Road

PROPERTY TYPE

Orleans

Tamarack

Cardinal Creek

Ottawa East

Mattamy

Wateridge Village at Rockliffe 895 Montreal Road

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$299’s

Russell

Corvinelli Homes

Russell Trails

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Russell

Melanie Construction

Sunset Flats

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Russell

Tartan Homes

Russell Trails

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Gatineau

Brigil

Plateau du Parc 534 boul. Des Grives

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Gatineau

Brigil

Plateau Symmes 895-3 boul. Du Plateau

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Gatineau

Brigil

Domaine du Vieux–Port 1400 St-Joseph Blvd

Gatineau

Brigil

Le Columbia 376 St. Joseph Blvd.

Chelsea

Hendrick

Gatineau

Richcraft

D D

FROM TH

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CONTACT 613-837-5056 mattamyhomes.com

PG. –

tamarackhomes.com

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613-421-7127 mattamy.com

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corvinellihomes.ca

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melanieconstruction.com

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tartanhomes.com

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819-776-4663 brigil.com

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Inquire

819-571-4663 brigil.com

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Inquire

819-777-4663 brigil.com

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Inquire

613-454-1578 brigil.com

Hendrick Farm

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hendrickfarm.ca

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La Croisee Aylmer 137 Rue du Golf

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819-682-7000 richcraft.com

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